PCT 2023: EP 6 - The Harsh Reality of Hiking the PCT & Heading to Idyllwild

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  • Опубликовано: 11 дек 2024

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  • @vickiebartnicki4216
    @vickiebartnicki4216 Год назад

    Beautiful flowers! Congratulations on 150. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and your videos. Blessings and safe hiking.

  • @juliehanson1019
    @juliehanson1019 Год назад

    Keep Killin It!!! The owner is awesome there. He gave us hikers rides when needed.

  • @kristenscott9438
    @kristenscott9438 Год назад

    Hoping that lady made a full recovery! Such a bummer! My heart goes/went out to her!

  • @ferretzfan
    @ferretzfan Год назад +6

    You’re right to be cautious. A woman died of heat exposure out there a couple of years ago and she was an experienced hiker. Those flowers are gorgeous. That’s so sad that Mary’s Place will no longer be providing water after this year.

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад +1

      I did keep that woman in my mind as I hiked through there again. I don't take anything for granted out there. It's a wolf in sheep's clothing!! 🤗💕

  • @philwestmoreland8127
    @philwestmoreland8127 Год назад +1

    In 2022 I had just left Mary's Place heading northbound during a heat wave when I got an occlusion to a branch artery in my right retina and lost vision in that eye. I hiked about .8 miles back to Mary's Place and was so fortunate she was there. Mary drove me to a hospital in Rancho Mirage and waited with me until I was able to get in to see a doctor. Watching your video on this section brings back the frightful memory of that event. Doctors and ophthalmologist attributed it to dehydration and pushing through the high heat. I have permanent loss of depth perception in my right eye, but it hasn't stopped me from hiking. It has certainly slowed me down dramatically on really rough terrain. Mary was a fantastic supporter of the trail and will be missed.

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад +1

      That is an awful injury to endure while out there 😱 I've often worried about doing that as it seems all those pokey bits are always at my eye level, being so short. I try to be careful but like you said, when you're under stressful conditions, it's easy to get complacent. Glad you had at least an okay outcome and not complete loss of vision. Eeks! Sad to lose Mary in that location. I think she's ready to move on to different adventures. 🤗💕

  • @sandrap3047
    @sandrap3047 Год назад +3

    Congratulations on hitting 150 miles! You're doing great Tiki Bird!

  • @ChicaandSunsets
    @ChicaandSunsets Год назад +1

    We’re really enjoying your videos. Love all your information for towns, etc and your honesty with how you’re feeling. Thx! We’re hiking it next year! - Chica

  • @susanrogers3350
    @susanrogers3350 Год назад

    Great job!

  • @tommckinney1489
    @tommckinney1489 Год назад

    Beautiful flowers @time 4:39...purple!! (At least purple on my screen). Good advice on the electrolytes. Lots of people drink enough water, but ignore electrolytes.

  • @Icewing10
    @Icewing10 Год назад

    Keep trekking Tracy! This video was my favorite for the view.

  • @memathews
    @memathews Год назад +4

    You know these sections so well, every little piece of what to expect and how to manage it. You're a highly experienced hiker now and the new sections may be different but there's nothing they will throw at you that you can't handle! Sad to hear that Mary's is going to shut down, but she dedicated a substantial amount of time and resources to making that oasis work in the desert, she will be a pleasant part of PCT history.

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад +1

      She contributed so much to the hiker community. She's ready to move on to other adventures but will be missed, for sure. 🤗💕

  • @VivianInTheOC
    @VivianInTheOC Год назад +1

    Not rambling. I like when you talk-to-camera with your thoughts from the day. Keep up the great work!👍

  • @adventureseeker9800
    @adventureseeker9800 8 месяцев назад

    One thing that I think is cool about modern day long distance thru hiking is that there are a variety of tools to plan one's hiking itinerary for a specific day. Planning the route, trail conditions, stops, water, etc..
    You can actually say, I am planning on hiking (X?) miles today. At the moment, the thought of hiking 18.5 miles seems mind blowing to me but there are loads of videos like these where hikers have the day planned out specifically. If there's a phone app which I know there are (more than one!) and you can say ok this is my projected distance for the day based on data and maps that are available, the convenience factor would be huge. Our family knows someone that hiked the PCT clear back in 1988. I wonder what all the old timers think qbout all the new lighter gear - and tech these days...

  • @evapierce1090
    @evapierce1090 Год назад

    The flowers were so beautiful. I can see why it slows you down a bit. Stopping and enjoying the beauty is part of it though. Sad to hear its Marys place last year. Your doing so great. Im really enjoying following along. I love that room. It looks so cozy.

  • @tammyjarvis3699
    @tammyjarvis3699 Год назад +1

    I just love how strong and sure of yourself you are out there now! As someone who has followed you for a few hrs now I see your confidence and strength seems to grow by leaps and bounds! Anything can happen on a 2500 through hike today you could be a rock and tomorrow at all falls apart but if you keep going like this way, you have it up to this point wow you’re just gonna do amazing. Also, as usual, you capture some of the best views on the trail and I just love how you always seem to be out there when the flowers are just going wild and you do such a great job, capturing it all for us. Thanks so much Tiki bird for Sharing your journeys with us!

  • @MWalkin
    @MWalkin Год назад

    Aaw, I miss this trail so much. Lows and highs ❤ so happy I can do it again via you 🥰 take care!

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад +1

      🤗💕💕 I wish you could come join me 😊🙏

    • @MWalkin
      @MWalkin Год назад

      @@TikiBirdTracy me too 🥰

  • @debgittins7426
    @debgittins7426 Год назад

    Absolutely beautiful hillsides.
    Thanks for sharing your emotional journey too. We all "hit the wall" at different times, but we all do "hit the wall". I think this video will be super helpful for newbies to realise, it's a normal part of the journey. Like managing your foot care,, we need to manage our headspace care too.
    I'm really enjoying your journey. I'm starting to prepare for a long walk, for this time in 2024. Only 1003km, but that will be the longest walk I've done. I'm starting from behind the 🎱 emotionally and physically, so it's going to be a journey just to get to the trail head.

  • @pamelalynn3767
    @pamelalynn3767 Год назад

    great video

  • @heatherknutsen160
    @heatherknutsen160 Год назад

    Congrats on hitting the 150 marker ❤ enjoy your rest for the next couple of days you deserve it!! Love you ❤

  • @theskyehiker
    @theskyehiker Год назад

    Wisdom is what happens with experience. You know that section. You know your own body. You know how to deal with the weather so you are heads and tails ahead of the younger and faster hikers out there. Keep it going!

  • @GenX_outdoors
    @GenX_outdoors Год назад

    Just discovered your channel. Great video! I’m also from Texas, a GenXer looking to possibly hike PCT in 2024.

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад

      Yay!! So happy to have you along for my crazy journey. You should totally - (a genX saying 😁) - hike the PCT. Start planning and researching now and you will be ready to start hiking from Campo next Spring... or whenever the timing is right. 🤗💕

  • @anitavincent7447
    @anitavincent7447 Год назад

    OMG Tracy, seeing the title with the helicopter I thought something had happened to you. What a relief to see you doing great (albeit a little tired) but good and healthy.
    The flowers that frame the trail are gorgeous indeed and the Mountain View’s are splendid.
    Two days rest will do wonders for your mind and body, you don’t always realize the accumulated stress an adventure like this can cause but it is soooo worth it. Carry on you’re doing amazing. Good thoughts and vibes your way. 🙏🏻🥰

  • @hikerJohn
    @hikerJohn Год назад

    @24:18 . . . YEAH!

  • @StephanieHughesDesign
    @StephanieHughesDesign Год назад

    Articulating and showing the realities of the PCT. Thanks,Traci. I have another permit request in ATM. Hope it will not get denied like last time. I left my permit app a bit too late for SoCal heat.

  • @mtadams2009
    @mtadams2009 Год назад

    Enjoy your hike. It looks beautiful. I have learned not to get caught up in other people on the trial. That girl may be young but it does not mean she was healthy. You can and will do this. Take care

  • @gaylewalker4239
    @gaylewalker4239 Год назад

    I hope the hiker is okay. You got to be careful with that dessert heat. It sneeks up on you. You are doing amazing. Keep trekking. 😀

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад +2

      They were treated in Temecula and released same day. They continued on the trail. ❤

  • @hope2someday691
    @hope2someday691 Год назад

    The flowers sure are putting on a show this year. Really sorry to hear about Mary’s place going away. Do you know if there were any reason given? Are you taking any supplements for your knees? They seem do be doing great this year. Great tip for those following, the hot stretch into Mary’s place. It wasn’t much longer after you mentioned it a helicopter (or two) started circling.

  • @TheHikingChick1
    @TheHikingChick1 Год назад

    So sad to hear about Mary's place. Gonna make this section more difficult for me next Spring where I'll pick up where I left off at Warner Springs. I'll probably reach out beforehand for some advice.😉 Thanks for keeping it real.🌻💛

    • @morganr9190
      @morganr9190 Год назад +2

      I heard there’s somebody taking over Mary’s Place ❤️

    • @TheHikingChick1
      @TheHikingChick1 Год назад

      @morganr9190 that's great news!

  • @rosew861
    @rosew861 Год назад

    What do u recommend for electrolytes replacement when hiking? I’m loving following ur journey 💟

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад

      I use Nuun mostly. Two tablets per day of hiking. I alternate 1 liter plain water with 1 liter (1 tab) electrolytes... and repeat. I'm not opposed to more electrolytes though if I'm sweating a ton. But this seems to work well for me. In addition, I make sure to eat a couple pretty salty foods during the day also to replace salts.

  • @kellyjohnson3617
    @kellyjohnson3617 Год назад

    Enjoy your double zero in idyllwild. It’s a great little town. You’ve earned a double zero.

  • @guanaca6622
    @guanaca6622 Год назад

    How do you carry your umbrella.?good luck.

    • @TikiBirdTracy
      @TikiBirdTracy  Год назад

      I have 3 points I affix it to my shoulder strap. The elastic loop that's already on the umbrella at the bottom, middle area - an elastic loop I added to my shoulder strap that always stays on there (it's multi-use), and third spot is my bandana at the top of the strap... that one really secures it in place. It's not perfect but it mostly works great.

  • @Swimdeep
    @Swimdeep Год назад

    Man I was happy to see you break out your umbrella. I can’t hike in the sun without mine. ☀️☂️🏜️